Overview

Commercial Manager-Managing Quantity Surveyor

DUTIES:

• Managing and being responsible for the commercial elements of several projects running in parallel from start to finish including final account negotiations
• Working closely with the operations and delivery team ensuring work is carried out as effectively as possible
• Managing project cash flow
• Identifying and managing risks and opportunities
• Acting as a mentor to junior surveyors / project surveyors and offer commercial support and guidance to your immediate team and the wider project team
• Managing the process of change management and contract administration with the Design Team / Client.
•  Overseeing and assisting in managing major suppliers and subcontractors on the various projects.
• Oversee the procurement of new suppliers & subcontractors.
• Cost reporting – including preparation of accurate monthly Cost Value Reports for review with the senior leadership team monthly.
• Completing pre and post contract correspondence on projects
• Over seeing the commercial management of the projects and preparing Budgets and monitoring same with the Project Team and Senior management Team
• Review and complete assessment of Value Engineering Opportunities on all projects

REQUIREMENTS:

• Essential Skills
• Strong commercial background in main contracting
• Previous experience working on Residential, Commercial, and Industrial or similar projects with a Main Contractor
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of construction processes, techniques, and systems
• Ability to coach and mentor more junior staff
• Strong negotiator with a client focused approach
• Ability to understand contract conditions and experience of same
• Ability to understand the measurement of quantities
• Highly motivated and Ambitious

Education & Experience

Hold Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying

7-10+ years’ experience in quantity surveying and commercial roles

For more information Contact Thomas at Arcon Recruitment
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